All versions share the same 998cc engine producing 68bhp, with 70lb ft of torque at 3600rpm. With a five-speed manual gearbox, the C1 will accelerate to 62mph in 13.7sec with the five-speed EGS auto taking two-tenths of a second less. Top speed for all models is 98mph.

The engine makes a pleasing noise, and it’s nippy enough to be a perfect foil for the urban crawl. The ride is quite hard, and wind and road noise becomes intrusive at higher speeds.

Inside, however, little has changed, and the cabin still holds its original appeal. It’s small, yes, but a big glass area and great all-round visibility make it feel more spacious and roomy than it really is. You still get the intriguing backlit translucent panel for the heating/ventilation, too.

Boot space is a limited at just 139 litres (expanding to 751 with the seats folded), but at just 3430mm long and 1630mm wide overall, there’s only so much you can expect cram into a car with such a compact footprint.